(Sponsored by Green Movement Glenville)
Here are 10 things you can do to prepare your yard for the upcoming winter:
- Rake leaves: Rake up fallen leaves and other debris from your lawn and garden beds. This will help prevent mold growth and keep your lawn healthy.
- Fertilize your lawn: Apply a slow-release fertilizer to your lawn before the first frost. This will help your grass grow strong roots and stay healthy throughout the winter.
- Aerate your lawn: Aerating your lawn before the first frost will help water and nutrients reach the roots of your grass more easily.
- Trim trees and shrubs: Prune any dead or damaged branches from trees and shrubs in your yard. This will help prevent damage from heavy snow and ice.
- Clean gutters: Clean out your gutters to prevent ice dams from forming on your roof.
- Drain hoses and sprinklers: Drain all hoses and sprinklers before storing them for the winter to prevent damage from freezing.
- Protect outdoor furniture: Store outdoor furniture in a dry place or cover it with a tarp to protect it from snow and ice.
- Plant bulbs: Plant spring-blooming bulbs like tulips, daffodils, and crocuses in the fall so they can establish roots before the ground freezes.
- Mulch garden beds: Add a layer of mulch to garden beds to help insulate plants from the cold.
We hope these tips help you prepare your yard for the upcoming winter and for a great fall harvest.